Joseph Price Jr. Obituary (1946 - 2023)

Joseph Edward Price Jr., 77, of Horseheads, New York, passed away at his home on November 24, 2023, while surrounded by loved ones. Born on May 23, 1946, in Augusta, Georgia, Joseph was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Joseph, known to his friends as "Buck," served his country with honor and dedication in the United States Navy as a Seabee. He bravely served two tours in Vietnam from 1968 to 1970, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to his fellow servicemen and the mission at hand. Buck's military service exemplified his strength, courage, and commitment to duty. His dedication to his country and his family will never be forgotten. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Buck was preceded in death by his parents, Gertrude and Joseph Price, his three brothers Paul David, Thomas Vincent, and Johnny Price, and his daughter Tammy Donaldson. Their memories will be forever cherished. Buck is survived by his loving wife, Pamela Dawn Price. He is also survived by his brother Richard (Daisy) Price, and sister-in-law, Kim Price. Buck was a cherished father to his children and their spouses: Clifton Price of Gainesville, GA; Ted Price of Gainesville, GA; Joseph Price of Horseheads, NY; Sara (Jeremy) Rucker of Erin, NY; and Sharon (Chris) Collins of Horseheads, NY. Buck leaves behind a beautiful legacy in his 13 grandchildren: Ansley, Anahita, CJ, Layla, Bud (Chloe), Josh, Andy (Kaydence), Angelina "Babe," Noah, Lilly, Abby, Ben, and Logan. He was also blessed with two great-grandchildren, Levi and Selah. Buck’s lifetime job occupation was installing seamless gutters, and for 25 years he ran his own gutter business - The Gutter Man. He worked hard with equal parts fearless grit and unwavering integrity. Buck lived every minute of every day to its fullest - most of all he cherished the time spent with his family. He loved boating, tubing, fishing, and backyard bbqs. He was kind, generous, loving and welcoming - the road to Buck’s house was never long. You knew he would be waiting, just for you - he made everyone feel special. Buck's favorite scripture was Isaiah 40:31 - "They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles. They shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint." He was a true testament to this scripture as strength from God was evident in the ebb and flow of his everyday life. It has been said by many that he was the strongest, toughest man they had ever known. Until we all meet again, rest in peace Buck. “Go rest high on that mountain, your work on earth is done..” The family is having a private graveside service with military honors on Tuesday November 28th. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to a veterans' support organization of your choice in honor of Buck's memory. In the words of the Navy farewell slogan, “Permission to go ashore. Permission granted. May you have fair winds and following seas.”